I have to say that as a self-employed independent businessperson, I really like most of the conservative rhetoric: smaller government, fewer regulations, and lower taxes. What’s not to like? But I also want good roads and schools, clean air and water, and equal rights for everyone. Let’s face it — most private businesses do not have a very good track record in these areas without government intervention. So I want good government, not no government. Remember, if it’s all privatized, you can’t vote the bums out.

Think about it and please vote.

Richard Laurie, Moffat

This letter was published in the Oct. 22 edition.

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